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December 02, 2020 1 min read

As the snow starts falling here in southern Colorado, having a little bit of extra traction out on the trails is a great idea. Here at Durango Outdoor Exchange, we carry snowline traction devices to help keep you outside even in the slipperiest of conditions. This guide is here to help you get the right set of traction devices for you to get you out on the trails and mountain peaks. 


  • SNOWLINE CITY: The City is our minimalist option. 
  • For daily use on icy and snow-covered roads in town.
  • Works on normal shoes. 
  • SNOWLINE WALK: The Walk is a great middle-ground 
  • Ideal for leisure or outdoor work 
  • Works with snow boots 
  • SNOWLINE PRO: The Pro is for the heavy use outdoor enthusiast/ outdoor worker 
  • For the more serious user with high durability and adjustability.
  • Still keeping things lightweight. 
  • SNOWLINE LIGHT: The Light is for the outdoor enthusiast looking to save weight
  •  Available fit for all shoes 
  • Great for the mid-winter trail hiking 
  • SNOWLINE TRAIL: The Trail is for all-weather runners 
  • Smaller spikes offer an easier running platform
  • Great on icy roads or trails 
  • Fit great on regular running shoes
  • SNOWLINE ULTRA: For the winter mountain hiker.
  • Comes with 2 front spikes for the steep terrain. 
  •  Fits snow boots 
  • Summit 14ers all year long  
Chase LaCroix
Chase LaCroix



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